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BHP

Principal Safety – 12-month Fixed Term

BHP

. Lead and facilitate safety-focused workshops, improvement projects and capability-building initiatives .

Posted 11/11/2026contractCarrapateena • AustraliaLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in safety management systems, risk management, and incident investigations while fostering an inclusive culture focused on continuous improvement and stakeholder engagement. Capable of coaching and developing leaders to enhance safety awareness and compliance across operations.

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Safety Management SystemsRisk ManagementIncident InvestigationsStakeholder EngagementCoaching And Mentoring

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Hard Skills
Safety Performance AnalysisContinuous Improvement FrameworksRisk Management ProcessesHSE GuidanceData Analysis
Soft Skills
LeadershipCommunicationCollaborationInclusivityCoaching
Certifications & Qualifications
Qualifications In Occupational Health And SafetyRisk Management CertificationDiploma Or Higher Qualification
Industry Keywords
HSE EnvironmentsMiningResourcesHeavy IndustryOperational Safety

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead and facilitate safety-focused workshops, improvement projects and capability-building initiatives
  • Provide specialist safety expertise in risk management, investigations, learning and safety management systems
  • Partner with operational leaders and stakeholders to identify risks and develop practical solutions
  • Support operational safety strategies and improvement initiatives for material safety risks
  • Analyse safety performance data and trends across operations and contracting partners
  • Provide HSE guidance to line leaders on risk management, compliance obligations and safety performance
  • Ensure reporting obligations are completed accurately in accordance with business and legislative requirements
  • Conduct and participate in field leadership activities
  • Coach leaders and teams to improve safety awareness, capability and compliance
  • Promote continuous improvement and empower people to speak up, learn and contribute to safe and sustainable outcomes
  • Report to the Superintendent Safety

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Strong experience within safety, health, risk or HSE environments, ideally in mining, resources, heavy industry or similarly complex operational settings
  • Qualifications in occupational health and safety, risk management or a related discipline
  • Diploma or higher qualification highly regarded
  • Knowledge of safety management systems, risk management processes, incident investigations and continuous improvement frameworks
  • Strong stakeholder engagement skills
  • Experience analysing performance data and identifying emerging trends
  • Capability in coaching, mentoring and developing leaders
  • Commitment to an inclusive culture built on care, respect and continuous learning
  • Current unrestricted driver's licence
  • Successful completion of applicable recruitment checks, which may include police/criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence, right to work and reference checks

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive pay
  • Performance bonuses
  • BHP employee share plan
  • Career development and internal mobility opportunities
  • Inclusive team environment
  • Flexible and family-friendly options
  • 24/7 confidential wellbeing assistance for employees and families
  • Paid parental leave
  • Recognition programs
  • Fully equipped gym, group fitness classes, and wellness facilities
  • Social and recreational spaces including mini golf and a golf simulator
  • High-quality dining at the Dry Mess
  • Modern accommodation with in-room entertainment and streaming capabilities
  • FIFO options from Adelaide and Port Augusta